Soc 6 - Methods of training

Question 1

Why are methods of training important?

Answer 1

They can be used to help improve fitness and each help an athlete improve performance

Question 2

What are the 6 methods of training?

Answer 2

Continuos, Fartlek, Circuit, Interval, Plyometrics, Weight

Question 3

What do you need to take into consideration when choosing a method of training

Answer 3

Specificity, Facilities in the local area, Individual needs, Requirements of the sport. You also need to take into consoderation what method of training you are using as choosing incorrectly could lead to injury

Question 4

Continuous Training

Answer 4

Working the entire body for long periods of time

Question 5

What Component of Fitness does Continuous training improve?

Answer 5

Cardiovascular fitness

Question 6

2 advantages of Continuous Training

Answer 6

• Inexpensive
• Can be done alone or on a group

Question 7

2 disadvantages of Continuous training

Question 8

Where did Fartlek training originate and what does it mean?

Answer 8

It originated from Sweden. The word ‘fartlek’ means ‘speed play’

Question 9

Fartlek training

Answer 9

A method of training where the terrain and speed constatntly change Includes periods of work and rest (like interval training). However, sessions include sprints of varying distances not necessarily measured distances as in interval training.

Question 10

Circuit Training

Answer 10

A series of exercises completed for a certain amount of time/reps, after one another

Question 11

Advantages and Disadvantages of Fitness Classes

Answer 11

Advantages:
- Can play in important role in your health and well-being
- There are a huge range of general snd specialits classes availabe

Disadvantages:
- Expensive
- May involve lump payments in advance
- Some classes are far away